Signals - rswfire

Observing Obnoxious Birds in Natural Setting

The speaker records an outdoor audio transmission focused on bird behavior and sounds.

12:41

Aug 28, 2024

Encountering Deer Family on Forest Trail

rswfire encounters a mother deer and two babies on a forest trail, spending approximately an hour waiting and observing as the deer family blocks the path.

2:42

Jan 14, 2026

Oregon Dunes > South Jetty

Hiking South Jetty with Wendy to Greet Ocean

rswfire and Wendy hike across boulders to reach the end of the South Jetty.

2:37

Sep 8, 2025

Oregon Dunes > Siltcoos Beach

Observing Seals on Ocean Sandbar

rswfire and a companion observe a group of seals on a sandbar near the ocean.

119:38

Jul 27, 2024

Hiking Cecil L Gorly Trail with 47 Bridges

rswfire explores Cecil L Gorly Naturalist Trail in Lebanon, Kentucky, a 3.75-mile loop trail featuring 47 numbered bridges around a lake.

54:16

Oct 17, 2025

Hiking to Trestle Bridge with Wendy and Buddy

rswfire and Wendy attempt to reach a picturesque railroad trestle bridge but are blocked by no trespassing signs and difficult terrain including brambles.

3:27

Dec 4, 2025

Oregon Dunes > Siltcoos Beach

Reflecting on Lost Human History and Documentation Purpose

The speaker reflects on the vast gaps in human historical knowledge, noting that billions of lives have been lost to history without leaving traces.

18:28

Sep 27, 2024

Morning Walk and Lake Exploration at Campground

rswfire begins a morning walk to explore the campground facilities, checking for shower houses and dumpsters.

19:57

May 10, 2024

Exploring Barren River Lake and Reconnecting with Hiking

The speaker explores Barren River Lake State Resort Park in Kentucky, attempting to find a trail called Camper's Cove.

2:29

Oct 25, 2025

Oregon Dunes > Work Center

Reflecting on Stars and Human Connection

rswfire sits outside at night looking up at stars, reflecting on his capacity for awe and wondering how rare this ability is in others.

23:46

Apr 5, 2025

Exploring Oregon Dunes Trail to Ocean

rswfire explores the Oregon Dunes area on foot, searching for trails to reach the ocean from Siltcous campground.

Oregon Dunes > Lagoon

14:12

Sep 18, 2024

Explaining Direct Address and Ethical Confrontation Methods

rswfire explains his use of direct address ('you') in his communications, stating he deliberately avoids softening his critiques to force viewers to self-examine rather than deflect responsibility.

44:57

Jan 1, 2026

Oregon Dunes > Siltcoos Lake Trail

New Year's Eve Hike to Siltcoos Lake

rswfire records a New Year's Eve hike to Siltcoos Lake on the Oregon Coast, documenting physical movement through forest service trails while processing the year's events.

5:11

Nov 24, 2024

Oregon State Parks > Cape Blanco

Encountering Wildlife While Traveling to Cape Edge

rswfire encounters a mother animal with young offspring while traveling, waiting patiently for them to move before continuing.

60:36

Apr 22, 2025

Crabbing Experience and Campground Work Discussion

rswfire accompanies Johnny crabbing at Newport pier, expressing disgust at the birds, bird droppings, and the process of catching and killing crabs.

2:31

Mar 18, 2026

Oregon Dunes > South Jetty

Walking the South Jetty with Wendy

rswfire is at the south jetties of the Oregon Dunes with his friend Wendy, whom he describes as one of the fiercest women he has ever met.

4:48

Apr 3, 2026

Oregon Dunes > Waxmyrtle Beach

Naming Displacement as Structural Pattern in Volunteer Programs

rswfire records a transmission while walking the Wax Myrtle Trail in the Oregon Dunes, a trail he has hiked many times over the year he has lived in the area.

Mar 18, 2026

Oregon State Parks > Honeyman

Marking One-Year Anniversary of Surveillance Encounter

rswfire marks the one-year anniversary of an incident at Honeyman State Park in which an unidentified man—carrying no ID, wearing no uniform, and offering no name—was sent by Oregon State Parks to assess and question him while he was working alone as a volunteer and all rangers were away at a regional event.

28:55

Jan 11, 2025

Oregon State Parks > Tugman

Driving South for Adult Store and Oregon Dunes Exploration

rswfire drives south to Coos Bay to visit an adult store, purchasing toys with limited funds ($200 remaining).

2:35

Oct 16, 2024

Oregon State Parks > Loeb

Observing Elderly Camping Neighbors

rswfire observes new elderly neighbors who arrived at the campsite.

Mar 26, 2025

Oregon State Parks > Honeyman

The Story of Honeyman

rswfire published a narrative account documenting his experience as a volunteer at Honeyman State Park under the Oregon Parks & Recreation Department.

54:37

Apr 15, 2025

Oregon State Parks > Beverly Beach

Beach Walk and Social Observations in Newport

rswfire drives over two hours to get fingerprinted for a volunteering position, then convinces John to walk to the beach in Newport.

5:11

Dec 30, 2024

Oregon State Parks > Cape Blanco

Testing Fear Response at Cliff Edge

rswfire visits a coastal cliff location, filming the ocean, lighthouse, and surrounding landscape.

9:13

Mar 3, 2024